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Finding Freedom in Graduate School: From Dr. Charisse's Ed.D. Journey to Mentorship That Supports Every Student
Graduate school can be freeing for students, including neurodiverse learners, who felt boxed in by traditional classrooms. That freedom shaped Dr. Charisse’s journey from overcoming challenges to earning her Ed.D. at Columbia University. Today, she mentors through Another Degree, offering graduate school admissions consulting, dissertation coaching, and career guidance. Her work centers equity, resilience, and well‑being, empowering every student to define success on their ow

Another Degree
5 days ago6 min read


Undergraduate Research: A Pipeline to Advanced Degrees - and More. Reflections on Its Past and Future
In this article, the founder of Another Degree shares her full responses to an interview about the state of undergraduate research. She reflects on budget and research cuts in higher education, political uncertainty, and why undergraduate research matters as both a pipeline to advanced degrees and a transformative learning experience. The piece explores its past, present challenges, and potential future.

Kelly Kistner, PhD
Dec 414 min read
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